The Unsolved Murder in Room 1046

In January 1935, a mysterious man checked into Kansas City’s Hotel President and took Room 1046 under the name Roland T. Owen. Within days, he would be found dead—and the strange circumstances surrounding his final hours would become one of America’s most enduring unsolved mysteries. Why did Owen insist on keeping the room dark?Who were the mysterious visitors seen coming and going?Why did he give contradictory instructions to hotel staff?And who was the man behind the name Roland T. Owen? In this episode, we reconstruct the final days of the mysterious guest, examine the confusing evidence surrounding his death, and explore the many theories that have emerged over the decades. Despite investigations, witnesses, and countless attempts to identify him, the true identity of Roland T. Owen—and the circumstances surrounding his murder—remain shrouded in mystery. A locked room. A mysterious identity. A trail of unanswered questions. Nearly a century later, Room 1046 still has secrets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-infographics-show-podcast--6317257/support.